1978 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Honda Accord (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2011 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2011 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Honda Accord weights approximately 25 kg more than 2011 Daihatsu Copen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1978 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Copen. (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Accord | 2011 Daihatsu Copen | |
Make | Honda | Daihatsu |
Model | Accord | Copen |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 659 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 56.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |